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exertion
noun ex·er·tion \ig-ˈzər-shən\
: physical or mental effort
Full Definition of EXERTION
: the act or an instance of exerting; especially : a laborious or perceptible effort
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First Known Use of EXERTION
1677
Related to EXERTION
- Synonyms
- activity, conditioning, exercise
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EXERTION Defined for Kids
exertion
noun ex·er·tion \ig-ˈzər-shən\
Definition of EXERTION for Kids
1
: the act of putting into use <They won by the exertion of great effort.>
2
: use of strength or ability <The game requires physical exertion.>
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